Ruby Chocolate - Detail - © 2017 Barry Callebaut

Here’s a pretty thing for a Sunday morning… A new type pf chocolate has been launched onto the market by – who else? – the Swiss. It’s no shade of brown or white but a lovely, rich pink colour which producer Barry Callebaut predicts will be the next big thing in Confectionery. And Valentine’s Day…Read More →

Eye Face Scan - © FoodBeast com

That week really flew past! And I’m not talking about the effects of Hurricane Harvey or Irma. It’s just been really busy. We’ve got a flurry of menu launches, a potential shakeup in the Premium Coffee sector and a couple of new wacky/frightening ideas from the current champ of ‘weird advertising’…Read More →

Guacamole Question Mark - © californiaavocado.com

After a dismal harvest in California this summer and a similarly disappointing one in Mexico, Avocado prices are spiking. That means Vegetarians and Tex-Mex lovers will have to pay a lot more for this essential ingredient or go without until next season. And the impact is worse on Canada and Europe…Read More →

Wendys Giant Jr Bacon Cheeseburger - 2017 Wendy s

Time to look back on a busy week in the Fast Food sector. And forward to what the big players in the Doughnut sector are offering for Fall. We’re also lamenting the ‘limited-time’ availability of some yummy-looking new offerings. And cheering the chain-wide roll out of Taco Bell’s Naked Egg Taco…Read More →